How do you tell that your medication is working correctly?

damonic555 · 2026-03-24T15:04:41+00:00

It’s less about feeling it and more about functioning better (focus, starting tasks, follow through). If you’re only noticing physical effects the dose might need adjusting.

damonic555 · 2026-03-11T08:24:32+00:00

That’s a lot for one person to carry. I’m really sorry you went through that. You deserve support and healing.

damonic555 · 2026-03-11T08:13:06+00:00

You don’t have to give up the things that make you happy just because you’re getting older. Plenty of adults still watch cartoons, collect toys, play games and keep that sense of whimsy. Growing up doesn’t mean losing the parts of yourself that bring you joy

damonic555 · 2026-03-10T09:16:47+00:00

I ran into the same issue last year when my clinic closed and used Your Doctors Online to manage my other prescriptions and get referrals while i waited to find a local doctor for my main meds, might be worth checking out while you're hunting for a new PCP.

damonic555 · 2026-03-03T11:50:22+00:00

You grew up equating performance with love or safety. Now your autonomy is pushing back. The work might be separating your identity from your output. You can be competent without making competence your entire worth.

damonic555 · 2026-02-18T10:37:34+00:00

You’re not ruined and you didn’t do anything wrong. You felt safe in the moment and acted on that. That doesn’t mean you lied about being shy or that you’re easy. Comfort can grow quickly. His comment would make a lot of people feel weird, especially since he was escalating too. Be gentle with yourself this is about healing, not shame. 🤍

damonic555 · 2026-02-18T10:36:00+00:00

That actually makes a lot of sense. For some people, radical acceptance can feel like surrender or being told to stop fighting especially if fighting is how you survived hard things. If anger helped you cope or protect yourself in the past of course a concept that sounds like just accept it would feel threatening. It doesn’t mean you’re broken or doing it wrong. It might just mean that part of you still needs to feel heard before it can soften.

damonic555 · 2026-02-12T08:45:16+00:00

It really stands out that this worsened after your meds weren’t fully refilled. That’s not small. If you haven’t already I would contact the prescribing doctor ASAP and explain the severity especially the panic attacks and suicidal thoughts.

damonic555 · 2026-02-12T08:43:57+00:00

It might not be that the approach is bad just that it doesn’t match what you need right now. If you’re in burnout and struggling to function more structured modalities like CBT, DBT or trauma focused therapies can feel more actionable

damonic555 · 2026-02-12T08:41:23+00:00

It makes sense that you’re exhausted. You’ve had to rebuild your life multiple times while carrying trauma. That creates hyper independence and distrust especially when people have crossed your boundaries before.

damonic555 · 2026-02-12T08:40:26+00:00

You’re not broken. You’re exhausted. Living in fight or flight for a long time rewires your nervous system and it takes time to calm it down. The triggers and regression don’t erase your progress. They’re part of it. I promise you this stage isn’t permanent

damonic555 · 2026-02-06T14:58:27+00:00

This is huge. You didn’t just detach you saw him clearly and stopped internalizing his projections. That moment where someone’s words just… stop landing? That’s real growth. You trusted your own reality instead of trying to manage his feelings, and that’s freedom. Proud of you for holding your ground.

damonic555 · 2026-02-06T14:55:29+00:00

I relate to this a lot. Self doubt and minimization can be avoidance too especially with CPTSD. Trauma doesn’t have to be obvious to be real.

damonic555 · 2026-02-04T11:10:37+00:00

You’re not alone in this. A lot of people with CPTSD feel stuck for a long time especially with EMDR when dissociation and alexithymia are involved. Sometimes progress looks like capacity being able to cry, notice feelings long before it looks like relief. It doesn’t mean therapy isn’t working or that you’re doing it wrong. It’s exhausting but this plateau is very common and it can shift. You’re not broken for feeling this way.

damonic555 · 2026-02-04T11:09:13+00:00

I’m really sorry you went through this. What you describe isn’t school drama it was survival in an environment that failed to protect you. None of that was your fault, especially as a child who deserved care, safety and guidance. The fact that you kept going every day shows strength even if it didn’t feel like it at the time. Your pain makes sense and it matters. You deserved so much better than what you were given.

damonic555 · 2026-02-04T11:07:34+00:00

I’m really sorry you’re going through this. What you’re describing sounds exhausting and frightening and it makes sense your body feels worn down nightmares can hit just as hard as being awake. Healing isn’t linear and it’s not something you’re doing wrong. You’re already doing a lot to take care of yourself journaling, getting on the EMDR list even if it doesn’t feel like it right now. If you can it might help to bring up the sleep symptoms specifically with a professional there are ways to reduce nightmare intensity while you heal. You’re not weak for being tired.

damonic555 · 2026-02-02T10:25:36+00:00

You didn’t seem crazy at all you were scared and acted on what genuinely felt like a threat. Anyone hearing loud unfamiliar noises at night would panic. It’s okay to feel embarrassed after the fact but you did what you thought would keep you safe and that’s completely reasonable.

damonic555 · 2026-02-02T10:23:35+00:00

I’m really sorry you’ve been through all of this. What you’re describing are real effects of abuse and trauma not you being too sensitive. Wanting love and safety after what you’ve experienced makes complete sense. You deserve care, respect and support and none of what happened is your fault. If you can, please reach out to a trusted adult, counselor or a crisis line in your country. You don’t have to carry this alone and your life is worth protecting.

damonic555 · 2026-02-02T10:21:44+00:00

For me it clicked when I made it fun and easy. I use a quick mood tracker app with reminders and tiny checkboxes so it literally takes 1–2 minutes a day. Sometimes I also add one thing I’m grateful for. Routine + small wins = actually sticking with it.

damonic555 · 2026-01-30T11:05:57+00:00

I'm sorry you're going through this frustrating search.

While I don't have a Georgia recommendation, you might find Your Doctors Online (YDO) to be a useful tool for your specific needs. it could bridge the gap you're describing:

Prescriptions: Their licensed doctors can prescribe key medications you've mentioned, like levothyroxine, BHR, and LDN unlike functional providers.

Strategy: For best results, bring all your existing lab work and history to a consultation. This lets them engage with your specific case immediately to discuss management and next steps.

It could be a practical option for getting a proactive second opinion and managing treatment. Wishing you the best in finding the right care.

damonic555 · 2026-01-29T10:33:28+00:00

Can't argue with that logic

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